Fall 2014 Arcteryx Sneak Peak

Interesting stuff on the Cerium SL. Sounds nice.

Is Arcteryx gonna stop using synth insulation in select "vulnerable" areas of their down jackets and just switch to DriDown? It's not a big deal, but using short lived synth insulation doesn't seem like best solution.

Spill the beans. I want to know more about the Gaea line. Specs, design, fill weight and MSRP!

As for the Atom LT, is it still fleece-sided? One of the great things I liked so much about the LT was its super tough shell fabric despite being so light.

What about the Atom AR?

Any changes on the Atom SV?

"Is Arcteryx gonna stop using synth insulation in select "vulnerable" areas of their down jackets and just switch to DriDown? It's not a big deal, but using short lived synth insulation doesn't seem like best solution."

No

" I want to know more about the Gaea line. Specs, design, fill weight"
13,2 oz.
80 g/m2 Alpha
no hood

The Atom AR does have fleece panels, and has slightly more fill, it blurs the line between Atom and Aphix line.

The Atom LT still has the power stretch panels, but with a more durable face fabric that is more breathable and supple.

Good question on the Atom SV, I don't think the Atom line is really being revamped this upcoming season.

"Good question on the Atom SV, I don't think the Atom line is really being revamped this upcoming season."
Actually, there's no mention anymore of the Atom SV in their tech manual.

The Atom SV is no more for Fall 2014. A shame, it's become one of my all-time favorite jackets.

I have the atom lt and love the face fabric. I don't really care for durability as the current luminaria (I think) had no problems.

What I want is the hood adjustment. Any info on when it's getting released? I can't find much else. Weight?

"I have the atom lt and love the face fabric. I don't really care for durability as the current luminaria (I think) had no problems.

What I want is the hood adjustment. Any info on when it's getting released? I can't find much else. Weight?"
13,4 oz.
New Thintan fabric (like Luminara but bit heavier)
New Stormhood instead of Scubahood.
Fall fot Arc'teryx usually means September-release.

Michael, if you want an adjustable-hood Atom LT and are willing to spend a little more, you might try the LEAF version, available now: http://bit.ly/LZLINh

…a tad heavier, too, but for me this is compensated for by having a subdued logo, making it much more of an around-town compatible as well as a trail jacket.

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I got seriously hurt skiing shortly after OR- will have videos up in a few days here.

That sucks get better soon.

I use my atom lt around town and it's my go to jacket all the time even when traveling. I try not to use it when backpacking because I want it clean. I have a desperate down coat for that. Atom packs down small and looks good, and looks like what it is, a expensive technical piece.

I hope the new one looks and fits the same. A hood adj will be very handy and it will seal the deal on my fav urban wear jacket. Any other changes like fit or pockets etc?

Ouch…hope you have a great recovery

Yeah get better, mind sharing how the injury happened?

And did you do some filming at OR salt Lake? Did they just let you in their section, last time I tried to walk in they said I needed an appointment.

I've been skiing Snowbird for the last 15 years and decided to switch to Brighton- whose hallmark tree skiing is a departure from the wide, DEEP and open bowls of Snowbird.

I was tearing through the trees and came short on a turn- my shoulder knocked a branch, put me off balance and my other side came straight into another tree, breaking a few ribs. Luckily, no head injuries as I was wearing a helmet (ALWAYS wear a helmet while skiing, IMO).

I actually do a gear review series on my YouTube channel, and have connects to some of the brands that I was able to interview.